US Bridges

T 359 over Stream

Fair

Mower County, Minnesota · 1.9 MI W of JCT Csah 16 · Structure no. 95765

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
36
1986 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

T 359 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying T 359 over Stream in Mower County, Minnesota. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, older than the Minnesota average of 38.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 36 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2029. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesT 359
CrossesStream
Location1.9 MI W of JCT Csah 16
RouteCounty Highway 359
Coordinates43.84849, -92.95459
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (13.9 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36 (1986)
Projected traffic36 by 2029
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T 359 over Stream built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is T 359 over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does T 359 over Stream carry?

About 36 vehicles per day (1986 count).

How long is T 359 over Stream?

The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns T 359 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.